Yost BC-6 Bench Chain Vise
- Material Type: Cast Iron
- Item Weight: 16.3 pounds
- Unit Count: 1
- Color: Black + Blue
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Real heft and a compact footprint make the Yost BC-6 read as a stationary bench tool, worth choosing once jaw opening is confirmed against your stock.
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ASIN: B01EVQGHAAModel: BC-6Category: Clamps
Overview
The Yost BC-6 clamp carries real heft, over 16 pounds packed into an 11 by 9 by 9 inch footprint, pointing to a bench-mounted or stationary design rather than a lightweight hand clamp. It comes from Yost's long-running line of vises and woodworking clamps.
Yost has built vises and clamps for decades, and the BC-6's weight relative to its size suggests cast iron or steel construction meant to stay put under load. The listing does not specify jaw opening or clamping type beyond calling it a clamp, so the exact use case, whether bench mounting, pipe work or general fixturing, should be confirmed before buying.
- 16.3 pound weight
- 11 x 9 x 9 inch footprint
- Yost branded clamp
- Model BC-6
Who it's for
Woodworkers and metalworkers who want a heavy, stable clamp for bench work will get the most from the BC-6, more than anyone needing a portable clamp to carry between sites.
Pros and cons
- Substantial weight for a stable, stationary hold
- Compact footprint for bench mounting
- From an established Yost vise and clamp line
- Jaw opening and clamping capacity are not listed
- Weight makes it impractical to carry between job sites
Performance notes
The 16.3 pound weight in a roughly 11 by 9 by 9 inch footprint indicates a dense, stationary build that resists shifting under clamping pressure, at the tradeoff of portability.
Specifications
| Brand | Yost |
|---|---|
| Model | BC-6 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 16.3 poundshigher than 95% of 222 clamps |
| Item Dimensions | 11 × 9 × 9 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Cast Iron |
| Color | Black + Blue |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | (1) BC-6, 6" Chain Vise |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Castings: (1) year |
| Other details | |
| Style Name | Modern |
| Tensile Strength | 1000 Pounds Per Square Inch |
| Item Type Name | Vise |
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Frequently asked questions
How heavy is the Yost BC-6?
It weighs 16.3 pounds.
What are the dimensions of the Yost BC-6?
About 11 x 9 x 9 inches.
Is the Yost BC-6 portable?
Its weight and compact, dense build point to a stationary bench clamp rather than a tool meant to travel between job sites.